FTI and ift Rosenheim Establish Strategic Testing Cooperation

FTI, one of the leading testing laboratories in Eurasia, and ift Rosenheim, one of Europe’s leading technical institutions, are joining forces. Through this cooperation, tests for windows, doors, façades, shutters and blinds can be carried out at FTI’s advanced testing facilities in Istanbul, with the participation of ift Rosenheim test engineers. Accordingly, for eligible tests performed at FTI’s testing laboratory, customers will be able to obtain ift Rosenheim test reports.

Cooperation between FTI Façade Testing Institute & UL Solutions on UKCA Mark

Great Britain is no longer part of the European market after left the EU. Construction product manufacturers will have to mark their products with the UKCA instead of the CE mark from 30 June 2025 in order to enter the market in the UK. If the product has no UKCA mark may cause problems with presence in UK market. Approved Bodies in the UK must be involved in carrying out the testing and calculations required for UKCA mark. As a Notified Body in EU with the number of NB-2547, FTI cooperates and collaborates with UL Laboratories-Approved Body in Great Britain. In this way, it provides convenience to manufacturers by providing UKCA mark to construction products.

Recognized Laboratory by Keystone Certifications

Keystone, as a licensed inspection agency, has over 25 years of experience in fenestration testing and certification. Keystone's third party certification, inspection and quality assurance programs enable manufacturers to demonstrate compliance with energy efficiency programs, the ENERGY STAR® program, building codes, marketing claims, and utility and tax rebate programs. Keystone, expects the necessary tests for certification to be carried out in recognized laboratories. With this cooperation, it becomes easier for manufacturers to enter the US and Canadian markets with the test reports from FTI.

Recognized Laboratory by National Accreditation & Management Institute (NAMI)

National Accreditation and Management Institute (NAMI) is accredited for Certification, Inspection and Quality Assurance Services provided to the Building Industry in accordance with International Guidelines as set forth in ISO/IEC 17065 & 17020. NAMI, which specializes in Fenestration and Building Envelope Products, expects the necessary tests for certification processes to be carried out in recognized laboratories. With this cooperation, it becomes easier for manufacturers to enter the US and Canadian markets with the test reports from FTI.